EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR - FRENCH IMMERSION

Northeastern Catholic District School Board; Kapuskasing; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern Catholic District School Board is seeking a designated early childhood educator (ECE) for a permanent full-time French Immersion position at St. Patrick School in Kapuskasing.

The role collaborates with Kindergarten teachers to plan and deliver high-quality early years programming supporting physical, cognitive, language, emotional, social and creative development. The ideal candidate holds a two-year ECE diploma with College of Early Childhood Educators registration, and can

Qualifications

• Two-year ECE Diploma and proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years childcare experience in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education full day early learning program and related legislation.
• Proven ability, experience and skill in working as a member of a team.
• Proven ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the public.
• Proven commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Proven ability to effectively manage classroom behavioural concerns, and emergency situations.
• Experience planning and implementing emergent curriculum, play-based and child-driven environments.
• Basic computer skills, strong organization and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and move/carry equipment for program, and must be able to physically assist children as required (e.g. lifting).
• Ability to communicate fluently in English and French; and
• A Catholic Pastoral reference is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Kindergarten teachers to plan and deliver high quality early years programming.
• Implement developmentally appropriate educational programs for Kindergarten aged children.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Emergency response

Education

Two-year ECE Diploma

Registration with College of ECE

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Rooted in Belonging. Growing Together.

1.0 DESIGNATED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR - FRENCH IMMERSION

September 16, 2026

COMPETITION #26-110R2

Permanent Full-Time French Immersion Position

32.5 hours per week

St. Patrick School, Kapuskasing

Effective immediately

Certified Rate: $24.14-$31.61/hour - Uncertified Rate: $22.31/hour

The NCDSB Early Childhood Educators are school based professionals who collaborate with Kindergarten teachers to plan and deliver high quality early years programming that promotes each child's physical, cognitive, language, emotional, social and creative development and well-being. In Kindergarten classrooms, a teacher and an early childhood educator (ECE) share the responsibility to work together to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate educational program for Kindergarten aged children.

Qualifications

• Two-year ECE Diploma and proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators;
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years childcare experience in a childcare or educational setting;
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education full day early learning program and related legislation;
• Proven ability, experience and skill in working as a member of a team;
• Proven ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff and the public;
• Proven commitment to maintaining confidentiality;
• Proven ability to effectively manage classroom behavioural concerns, and emergency situations;
• Experience planning and implementing emergent curriculum, play-based and child-driven environments;
• Basic computer skills, strong organization and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and move/carry equipment for program, and must be able to physically assist children as required (e.g. lifting);
• Ability to communicate fluently in English and French; and
• A Catholic Pastoral reference is required.

The names of three professional references are required, including current immediate supervisors.

September 21, 2026 @ 12 PM.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Candidates requiring accommodation

in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code are asked to contact [e-mail]

Glenn Sheculski, Chair of the Board

Tricia Stefanic Weltz, CEO and CEdO